Youth Care Counselor - Trauma-Informed Residential Care

The-Settlement-Home-For-Children; Austin (TX); In loco; USD 19.000 - 25.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) with employer match

Free meals on campus

Free yoga membership

Counseling sessions

Descrizione del lavoro

The Settlement Home for Children in Austin, TX seeks Relief-Team Members and Youth Care Counselors to support daily care plans in a trauma-informed group home setting. You will supervise youth, implement treatment plans, and help residents develop life skills in a safe, therapeutic environment.

Roles require availability for both day and evening shifts, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work two 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. shifts and two 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

Competenze

• At least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record (see details in posting).
• Clear criminal background as defined by Texas DFPS.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and FBI fingerprint check.
• Demonstrated psychological sensitivity toward children and understanding of behavior dynamics.

Mansioni

• Provide direct care, supervision, guidance, and protection for residents in your cottage.
• Implement treatment plans and support residents in developing skills to meet behavioral goals.
• Facilitate structured recreational, leisure, and enrichment activities for residents.
• Ensure accurate documentation of daily behavior, incidents, medical needs, treatment observations, and cottage activities.
• Support residents in attending school, work-training, or other scheduled activities.
• Transport residents safely to appointments, family visits, and other required activities.
• Provide crisis intervention and participate in on-call support as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with cottage and program teams to maintain a consistent and therapeutic environment.
• Operate within the boundaries of organizational policies, procedures, and licensing standards.
• Participate in physical restraints when required in accordance with training and safety protocols.

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in human services or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

The Settlement Home for Children in Austin, TX seeks Relief-Team Members and Youth Care Counselors to support daily care plans in a trauma-informed group home setting. You will supervise youth, implement treatment plans, and help residents develop life skills in a safe, therapeutic environment.

Roles require availability for both day and evening shifts, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work two 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. shifts and two 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.